He was born in North Dakota on February 25, 1979 to his parents, Laura and William, following his twin sister, Caryn.
Chris grew up in Washington and went to Woodland High School, graduating in 1997. From there he went into the air force and served in the armed forces. During his time in the air force he was an aircraft armament system specialist, he also won numerous awards and medals for his consistent excellence and dedication to the armed forces. After his retirement from the airforce Chris held a variety of jobs before moving back home and working for DWFritz. During his time at DWFritz he worked his way up the ranks before getting promoted to senior supervisor in his department. Chris was with DWFritz for over 5 years and loved what he did and who he did it with - and they loved him right back.
His hobbies included working on his truck, playing the drums during his free time and enjoying friends and family. If you never knew what to talk about with him, the topics of cars never failed. He devoted a lot of his time and energy to work and his family, the two things that he cared most about in this world. He will be missed for Chris was a kind, intelligent and compassionate individual and those who knew him would say the same.
Chris is survived by his children Alec and Jenna Cowgill; Brothers Jeff Cowgill and David Jr. Wetsch and sisters Caryn Yruegas and Mariah Long and their spouses; Mother: Laura Wetsch; Granddaughter Dylan Cowgill; nieces, nephews, family, and friends.
He was preceded in death by his father, William Cowgill and step father, David Wetsch
A memorial service for Christopher will be held Wednesday, July 6, 2022 at 1:00 PM at Finley Sunset Hills Mortuary, 6801 SW Sunset HWY, Portland, OR 97225.
The Cowgill family extends our sincere thanks to Legacy Hospital, friends and family for being with us during this time.
Flowers can be sent to Finley Sunset Hills in Portland, Oregon, and Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.finleysunsethills.com for the Cowgill family.
“Because my Father lived his soul, love is the whole and more than all.”
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